Volunteering at the Library

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at your library! We appreciate you and value your time in supporting literacy, educational programs, and in providing cultural experiences. As a volunteer, you can gain professional and personal skills, earn service hours, and help us fulfill our mission to grow smarter communities one person at a time. Be sure to check out the Frequently Asked Questions below.

How to Volunteer:

You will be asked for two character references with email addresses as part of the application.

Ages 12 – 17 must have a signed Parental Permission Waiver.

Ages 18 and over require permission for a background check.

Once your opportunity is chosen and the application is completed, you will receive a confirmation email. Library Staff will then contact you to set up an in-person interview. Please bring your completed Parental Waiver with you to the interview.

Library Staff will provide a schedule and on-site training as volunteering begins.

Be sure to check our Frequently Asked Questions below for more information on the Volunteer Program.

Yes, but we do not accept volunteers with drug, weapon or alcohol-related offenses. Applicants 18 and older must also successfully pass a criminal background check. Your court-appointed liaison or probation officer will also be contacted in advance to determine if the library is a good fit for you.

When you create your volunteer profile, you will choose a User ID and set a password. Each time you arrive to volunteer, you will log in to a library computer with your ID and password. When you are finished volunteering, you will log out.

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Volunteer Spotlight

“Meeting new people and assisting them was probably my favorite part of it all! It was an amazing experience and I look forward to doing it again next year!" - Akshaya Muthusamy

"A year ago Chumlee and I made one of the best decisions - to help kids come out of their shells through the Children Reading to Dogs Program. It is a wonderful experience everyone should try!" - Jenniffer Vazquez

Metropolitan Library SystemDepartment of Development and Volunteer Services